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Newspaper
Wakefield Advocate
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1922
Page
2
The article discusses Armistice Day observances across states, stressing the significance of the Two Minutes Silence as a solemn remembrance of World War I sacrifices. It notes varied observance levels, debates on commercialism, and calls for a universal, devout commemoration rather than holiday rest.
Ironwood fans claim comfort after a hard fought victory over Bessemer, a top professional club. The piece credits Stambangh Stars for testing Tronwood readiness and questions the value of imported players, urging love of the game over winning at all costs.
Wakefield residents face a choice over restoring Northwestern railroad service. Officials believe partial or full restoration hinges on public demand. If not, the line will keep its current schedule with one daily outgoing and one incoming mail run and no Sunday service.
Townspeople report results from 22 of 24 precincts with Townsend and Ferris leading in county races. Voters weighed governor secretary of state and US senator contests, with Townsend and Ferris among top candidates. Proposals on port authority and condemnation amendments show mixed support across counties and state, Wayne County narrowly backing one measure.
Winter months cause frequent train delays and snowbound schedules between Wakefield and Tronwood. Railroad men urge city commission, business leaders, and residents to unite and press higher officials to restore reliable service for patrons.
Fragmented OCR text outlines a critical view of mail order business practices urging cash payments, distrust of sellers, and demands for religious and community support. It emphasizes buying directly from suppliers, sending money in advance, and relying on local churches and merchants, with a distrustful tone about personal familiarity. The passage reflects 19th to early 20th century commerce rhetoric and concerns over debt, trust, and community obligation.
In Wisconsin proposed auto licensing would require proof of responsibility before issuing a license. The Keweenaw Miner notes prior accident losses lack of restitution and moonshine influence, urging mandatory license revocation for at least one year if moonshine contributed to an accident.
Michigan voters Tuesday rejected a proposed constitutional amendment allowing a state income tax of up to four percent by a wide margin. Agriculture counties supported the measure while industrial areas opposed it, with 40 405 for and 70 202 against in 668 precincts statewide. Detroit and Wayne counties showed strong opposition in 657 of 659 precincts reporting with 44 587 against.
Returns from 2416 of 2606 precincts show Gov F Groesbeck carried 83 counties. Cummins, the Democratic candidate, trails by 123000 votes. Groesbeck won Wayne County two to one but lost Tugham County where the capital is located. He carried every county in the northern peninsula amid incomplete results.
Woodbridge N. Ferris, a Big Rapids schoolmaster, won the United States Senate seat by about 5000 votes. The victory was conceded by Senator Townsend, campaign manager, and by Burt Cady, state chairman. The win gives Michigan Democrats upper-house control for the first time in over six decades. R G Weihe A W Clevenger and Joseph Chamberlain of Wakefield High School left Friday for Newberry to attend a Wakefield vs Newberry game Saturday afternoon.
A son was born on November 5 to Mr and Mrs Charles Sippola and a daughter on November 3 to Mr and Mrs Matt Kovila as reported.
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